SHOOING Meaning and
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Shooing refers to the action of attempting to drive away or chase off someone or something by making a hissing or similar sound or by waving one's arms or hands. It is typically used to describe the act of trying to move away animals or pests, such as birds, insects, or stray animals, from a particular area or location where they are considered a nuisance or unwelcome.
When shooing, an individual often makes a distinct "shoo" sound while simultaneously flapping their hands or arms in a swift motion, imitating the aggressive display often exhibited by animals or birds to ward off threats or establish dominance. It is a simple but relatively effective technique for temporarily deterring or repelling unwanted creatures.
This action can be employed in various contexts. For instance, when encountering wildlife near civil areas, individuals may resort to shooing to prevent the animals from getting too close to people, particularly if they are potentially dangerous or disruptive. Similarly, shooing can be used to discourage birds from nesting in certain areas or to deter insects from settling in gardens or homes.
Overall, shooing is a common gesture utilized to assert human dominance or influence over animals or pests and to discourage their presence or behavior in specific spaces or circumstances.
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Etymology of SHOOING
The word "shooing" is derived from the verb "shoo". "Shoo" originates from the Middle English word "schowe", which in turn comes from the Old English word "scēowan" and the Old Norse word "skūa". The common usage of "shoo" is to make a shooshing sound or gesture in order to drive away or scare off animals or people. So, "shooing" refers to the act of using the sound or gesture of "shoo" to compel something or someone to move away.
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